Travel while you’re still young. Lose yourself to find your own self. Live like there’s no tomorrow. And whatever you’ll explore today will last a lifetime with you. So, here’s a list of 5 amazing tourist places to visit in India before you turn 30. What are you waiting for? It’s time to pack your bags and set on a journey to scratch off a few destinations from your bucket list.
Top 5 Tourist Places In India Before You Turn 30
Here is a list of 71 places to visit in India before you turn 30. These places in India are known for their magnificence and overall beauty. They are also considered as havens for solo travelers. Take a look:
1. Goa – The Official Party Hub
Unarguably, Goa has to be the amongst the first few places to visit in India in your twenties. Young and energetic! Amazing nightlife, a variety of booze, beach shacks and dirt cheap prices – Goa is one of the best holiday destinations in India that makes your trip memorable.
Best time to visit: November to February
How to reach
- By air: Dabolim International Airport is the major airport in Goa.
- By rail: Madgaon Railway Station and Thivim Railway Station are the main railway heads of Goa.
- By road: Margao Bus Terminal, Kadamba Bus Terminal, and Mapusa Bus Terminal are best connected bus terminals in Goa. However, many people prefer taking a car/bike ride from Mumbai and Pune.
- By Sea: You can also opt for ferry services which is an excellent way of commuting. You can take a ferry from Mumbai to Panaji and easily reach Goa.
Attractions: Beaches like Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim, Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Temple of Bodgeshwar, Dudhsagar Waterfalls, St Xavier’s Church, Grand Island (for watersports), Deltin Royale Casino and clubs like Cafe Mambos,Titos, LPK (Love Passion Karma), SinQ, & Club Cubana.
Water Sports At Baga and Calangute Beaches: Kneeboarding, Kayaking, Wakeboarding, Windsurfing, Scuba Diving, White Water Rafting
Famous Markets: Anjuna Flea Market, Panjim Market, Mackie’s Night Bazaar, Saturday Market
Best Resorts Near Baga Beach: Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort, Resort Rio
The majestic mountains can call tourists to experience the best of what nature has to offer at Mcleodganj – one of the most beautiful places in India. Triund offers a spectacular view of the Dhauladhar ranges. Experience bliss while camping under billions of stars with your friends in Triund. This is among loveliest Indian destinations for camping, regardless of which season you’re coming in. No wonder it’s among the top 10 places to visit in India.
Best time to visit: September to June
How to reach
- By air: Gaggal Airport (18 km away) is the nearest airport.
- By rail: The nearest rail head is Pathankot Railway Station (89 km away)
- By road: Numerous state government & private buses ply between Mcleodganj and various cities of north India like Delhi, Chandigarh, Dharamshala etc. on a regular basis. Passengers can take a bus till Mcleodganj bus stand and then hire a taxi.
Attractions: Kangra Fort, Bhagsunath Temple, Bhagsu Falls, Namgyal Monastery, Dalai Lama Temple complex, HPCA Stadium, tea plantations of Kangra valley, and Triund trek
Must Visit Restaurants: Nick’s Italian Kitchen, Lung Ta Japanese Restaurant
3. Srinagar – The Gem Of Kashmir
If you’re in your twenties, it’s time to add Kashmir to your list of best places to visit in India. If there is heaven on earth, this it is! Experience its charismatic charm before the natural hits and turmoil spoils it all. And when would be a better time to explore flood-hit, terror-stricken heaven on earth if not now?!
Best time to visit: April to October
How to reach
- By air: Srinagar has its own airport.
- By rail: The Srinagar Railway Station is under construction. Till then, passengers can take a train to Udhampur Railway Station(229 km from Srinagar)
- By road: Unless you are traveling from a city of Jammu & Kashmir, road is not a preferred way to reach Srinagar.
Attractions: Dal Lake (boating in shikaras & nightstays in houseboats), Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Tomb of Zin-ul-Abidin, Jama Masjid, Hazratbal Mosque, and Shankaracharya Hill, Pari mahal, Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden
Restaurants In Srinagar: Mughal Darbar, Cafe De Linz
Famous Lakes In Srinagar: Nagin lake, Dal lake
4. Andaman – The Beach Haven
Scared of water? Never swam? Maybe it’s time to beat the fear out of you and dive into the deep sea and overcome the fear of water and depths, ZNMD Style. Trust us, you’d be delighted at the sites underwater and it will keep you coming back for more. For aqua lovers, these famous tourist places in India which feel no less than a paradise!
Best time to visit: November to mid-May
How to reach
- By air: Vir Savarkar Airport in Port Blair is the archipelago’s major airport.
- By sea: Ships ply between Haddo Wharf Port in Port Blair and cities of Chennai, Kolkata and Visakhapatnam.
Attractions: Cellular Jail National Memorial, Radhanagar Beach, Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex in Port Blair, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Chidiya Tapu, and watersports like scuba-diving, snorkeling, & parasailing
Water activities: Banana boat rides, snorkeling, parasailing, jet skiing, undersea walking, speed boating, scuba diving and sport fishing
Cruises: You can board a cruise to Andaman from Chennai, Vizag and Kolkata
Average Temperature: 24 degrees Celsius (Min.) and 37 degrees (Max.)
Beaches: famous beaches include, Radhanagar beach, Corbyn’s Cove, Wandoor Beach and Merk Bay Beach
5. Leh-Ladakh – The Biker’s Paradise
Undoubtedly, Leh – Ladakh is on every travel enthusiasts list of places to visit in India before they turn 30. Ride on the crazy winding roads, get stuck in the middle of nowhere, sleep with the locals and learn to be independent on the desert mountains as you undertake this adventurous journey in one of the best places in India.
Best time to visit: April to mid-May and mid-September to mid-October
How to reach
- By air: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh is the airport connecting the region to other places by air.
- By rail: Jammu Tawi Railway Station (700 km from Ladakh) is the nearest rail head. From here, one can hire a cab or board a JKSRTC bus to Ladakh.
- By road: The most popular means of reach Ladakh remains to be road. Travelers can go on a bike/jeep ride to the destination. Bike trips from Delhi, Chandigarh, and Manali are most popular.
Attractions: Zanskar Valley, Pangong Tso Lake, Khardung-La Pass, Spituk Gompa, and Hemis National Park
Rental bikes: You can rent a bike in Ladakh and it costs upto INR 2000 per day
Average temperature: 15 degree celsius (Min.) and 28 degree celsius (Max.)
Nearest Fuel stations: Nagbal, Ganderbal, Kargil and Khalsi are four fuel stations on the route of Srinagar Leh.
Accommodation: Stok Palace Heritage hotel and Shakti Himalaya are some of the accommodations you can stay at in Ladakh
Attractions: Nubra Valley, Khardung La, Shanti Stupa, Magnetic Hill, Pangong Lake and Leh Palace are a must visit
